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Jan 26, 20266:45 AM
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NCT's Taeyong declares return to K-pop in explosive post-military comeback concert
Returning from military service in December, NCT’s Taeyong wasted no time reminding fans exactly who he is — a trailblazing soloist, a magnetic performer and a creative mind behind the NCT universe. Held Saturday and Sunday at Ticket Link Live Arena in Songpa-gu, southern Seoul, “TY Track — Remastered” marked Taeyong’s first solo concert in two years. Building on his 2024 solo debut concert, the remastered edition expanded the show’s scale with newly arranged music and seven unreleased tracks —
Jan 26, 202612:32 AM
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Enhypen's new album debuts at No. 2 on Billboard 200
K-pop boy band Enhypen's latest EP, "The Sin: Vanish," has debuted at No. 2 on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart. The seven-member group ranked behind American rapper A$AP Rocky's "Don't Be Dumb," which topped this week's chart, Billboard said in a chart preview Sunday (U.S. time). It marks Enhypen's sixth consecutive top 10 entry on the Billboard 200, including "Romance: Untold," which peaked at No. 2 in 2024. The Billboard 200 ranks the most popular albums of the week in the United States, measured by equivalent album units, comprising physical sales, track-equivalent units and streaming-equivalent units. "The Sin: Vanish" earned 122,000 equivalent album units in the tracking week, with 113,000 coming from physical sales — the highest of the week — according to Billboard. The release opens the septet's new "The Sin" series, which centers on the theme of sin. The album comprises 11 tracks, including the lead track, "Knife," which portrays the inner turmoil of the fugitive lovers. The original soundtrack of Netflix's animated sensation "KPop Demon Hunters" slipped four spots to No. 9 on the
Jan 26, 20267:57 AM
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KiiiKiii frames freedom, fantasy in 2nd mini-album 'Delulu Pack'
Rookie K-pop girl group KiiiKiii returned Monday with its second mini-album, "Delulu Pack," framing "delusion" as a playful expression of youthful freedom. Released under Starship Entertainment — home to K-pop acts IVE and CRAVITY — the album builds on the confident tone of the group’s breakout debut single "I DO ME." According to the agency, "Delulu Pack" explores KiiiKiii’s identity by "layering the world with colors and narratives unique to the group." The quintet introduced the album during a media showcase held Monday at YES24 Live Hall in Seoul's Gwangjin District, just hours before its official release at 6 p.m. Appearing in white fur-accented outfits, the five KiiiKiii members — Jiyu, Leesol, Sui, Haum and Kya — performed new songs and shared behind-the-scenes stories from the album's production, Jiyu, the group's leader, said the album's title was inspired by the term "delulu," a shortened, online meme-derived form of the word "delusional." "We wanted to share KiiiKiii's own playful and lighthearted fantasies through this album," Jiyu said. "Delulu Pack" consists of s
Jan 26, 20265:12 AM
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CORTIS and LNGSHOT are testing a new kind of K-pop
Is the K-pop idol industry witnessing a new shift? At the very least, two rookie boy groups — CORTIS and LNGSHOT — are drawing attention by openly breaking with long-established genre formulas and proposing a different model of what an idol group can be. CORTIS debuted last September with its first album, "COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES," while LNGSHOT made its debut in January this year with the album "SHOT CALLERS." They do not perform tightly synchronized choreography or build elaborate fictional universes designed to anchor group narratives and they avoid meticulously unified visual concepts — all of which are often considered standard K-pop practice. CORTIS made this approach evident from the get-go, and refuse to rely on a conventional top-down production system. Instead, all members participate collectively in composing music, creating choreography and producing visual content — a structure the group has described as a "young creator crew." The emphasis is less on polish and more on experimentation. LNGSHOT has taken a similar path. In its debut album, which moves across hip-hop,
Jan 26, 202611:37 PM
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BTS 'Arirang' world tour sells out across North America, Europe
Tickets for K-pop megastar BTS' upcoming "Arirang" world tour have completely sold out across North America and Europe, the group's agency, BigHit Music, said Tuesday. Tickets for the 41 concerts in these regions were quickly snapped up after going on sale Saturday, demonstrating global fans' immense interest in BTS' return, the agency said. The "Arirang" tour, set to be the largest in K-pop history, will kick off April 9 at Goyang Sports Complex near Seoul. The world tour will span 34 cities and 79 shows and feature a 360-degree stage design to create a more immersive experience for fans, according to BigHit. The North American leg of the tour is scheduled to begin April 25 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. The group will perform in 12 cities across North America before heading to Europe for 10 shows in five cities. Due to overwhelming demand, additional shows were scheduled in Tampa, Stanford and Las Vegas, according to the agency. Ahead of the world tour, the seven-member act will release its fifth studio album, "Arirang," on March 20. The 14-track album marks its first since
Jan 26, 20262:59 AM
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Stray Kids reach 1.5b on Spotify with 1st LP repack
Stray Kids exceeded 1.5 billion hits on Spotify with their 2020 album “In Life,” label JYP Entertainment said Monday. The album is a repackage of its first LP “Go Live,” which was released three months earlier and featured the single “Back Door.” The track was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America in 2024, becoming the group's third song to do so after “God’s Menu” and “Maniac.” Co-written by the songwriting trio of Bang Chan, Changbin and Han, the single was named one
Jan 26, 20261:07 PM
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Cha Eun-woo apologizes over tax evasion allegations
Singer and actor Cha Eun-woo, who is currently serving in the military, issued a public apology Monday over recent allegations of large-scale tax evasion, pledging full cooperation with tax authorities. In a message posted on social media, Cha said he was deeply sorry over the controversy and vowed to comply faithfully with all tax-related procedures going forward. "I will humbly accept the final judgment made by the relevant authorities and take full responsibility in accordance with the outcome," he said. The apology followed media reports that the National Tax Service (NTS) had notified Cha of additional income tax assessments exceeding 20 billion won ($14 million), sparking allegations of tax evasion. In response to the reports, his agency, Fantagio, said Thursday that the matter had not yet been finalized and that no official notice had been issued. Cha's statement marked the first time he has personally addressed the issue since the allegations emerged. Cha, 29, enlisted in the Army in July last year and is currently serving as a member of a military band. In South Korea, all able-b
Jan 26, 202612:57 PM
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Astro's Cha Eun-woo apologizes over tax evasion allegations
Singer and actor Cha Eun-woo, who is currently serving in the military, issued a public apology Monday over recent allegations of large-scale tax evasion, pledging full cooperation with tax authorities. In a message posted on social media, Cha said he was deeply sorry over the controversy and vowed to comply faithfully with all tax-related procedures going forward. "I will humbly accept the final judgment made by the relevant authorities and take full responsibility in accordance with the outcom
Jan 26, 20262:22 AM
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Enhypen hits Billboard 200 at No. 2
Enhypen’s seventh EP, “The Sin: Vanish,” landed in the No. 2 spot on Billboard 200, according to the chart preview published on Sunday in the US. The newest set is the group’s sixth consecutive album to find itself in the top 10 on the main albums chart. The streak began in 2022 with “Manifesto: Day 1” at No. 6. Four albums in between ranked in the top five: fourth EP “Dark Blood” and fifth EP “Orange Blood” both at No. 4, second LP “Romance: Untold” at No. 2 and sixth EP “Desire: Unleash” at No
Jan 26, 20263:58 AM
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Sooyoung Embraces Kim Jae Yeong As Hidden Truths Come To Light In “IDOL I”
“IDOL I” has unveiled new stills ahead of tonight’s episode! “IDOL I” is a mystery courtroom romance drama starring Girls’ Generation’s Sooyoung as Maeng Se Na, a star lawyer and devoted fan who takes on the case of her favorite idol Do Ra Ik (Kim Jae Yeong) after he is accused of murder. Spoilers In… The post appeared first on .
Jan 26, 20263:58 AM
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Watch: Jennie, Dex, Choo Sung Hoon, And More Get Excited To Receive An Invitation To “The Secret Friends Club” In First Episode Preview
MBC’s upcoming variety show “The Secret Friends Club” has teased its first episode! “The Secret Friends Club” is a reality variety show where cast members secretly prepare a special gift for someone without revealing their identities. The first cast includes BLACKPINK’s Jennie, Dex, Choo Sung Hoon, Noh Hong Chul, and Lee Soo Ji. The preview of episode 1 begins with an… The post appeared first on .
Jan 26, 20261:17 AM
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NCT’s Jeno And Jaemin Announce Unit Debut As NCT JNJM
NCT’s Jeno and Jaemin will be debuting in the new unit NCT JNJM! On January 26, SM Entertainment unveiled a new teaser poster along with the announcement that NCT JNJM will debut on February 23 with their first mini album “BOTH SIDES.” The mini album will consist of six songs along with the title track… The post appeared first on .
Jan 26, 20266:22 AM
Local economies powered by ARMY: BTS tour’s economic ripple effects
The announcement of the upcoming BTS world tour is already generating a measurable surge in global travel demand and economic activity across multiple continents. BTS will kick off its world tour, titled “Arirang”, on April 9 at Goyang Sports Complex’s main stadium, before moving on to 34 cities across North America, Europe, South America and Asia. The tour will span a total of 82 concerts, making it one of the group’s most extensive global undertakings to date. According to global accommodation platform Hotels.com, international searches for travel to Seoul rose 155 percent within 48 hours of the tour announcement on Jan. 14, compared with the previous week. Search interest for Busan, which will host concerts in June, surged by an extraordinary 2,375 percent. In key Asian markets such as Japan, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, searches for travel to Busan increased by several thousand percent. Domestic travel searches also spiked sharply, with Seoul up 190 percent and Busan rising 3,855 percent. The response overseas has been equally pronounced. Brazil’s news radio outlet BandNews FM h
Jan 26, 20266:16 AM
How much is too much for K-pop concert tickets?
Fan club presales for BTS' upcoming "Arirang" world tour kicked off Thursday, and within moments more than 100,000 fans flooded into the online waiting queue. All seats for three concerts in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, in April sold out almost instantly, with anticipation high for the group's first such tour in nearly four years. With competition fierce, even among official fan club members, many BTS fans found themselves edged out by fractions of a second. While some secured tickets, others were
Jan 26, 20266:02 AM
K-pop concert prices double over past decade, fueled by premium tickets
K-pop concert ticket prices have nearly doubled over the past decade, sparking growing frustration among fans. A decade ago, top-tier seats at major idol concerts averaged about 100,000 won, or around $90 at the time. Today, tickets for popular acts typically fall between 150,000 won ($102) and 250,000 won. This dramatic price escalation is evident in the K-pop scene. The most expensive ticket for BTS’ “THE WINGS TOUR” in Seoul in 2017 was 110,000 won, but top-tier seats for the group’s upcoming shows in Korea, starting in April, have risen to 264,000 won. Long-running groups show the same trend. Super Junior sold all seats for their 2016 world tour “SUPER SHOW 6” at 110,000 won, but for the upcoming “SUPER SHOW 10” in April, standing tickets closest to the stage are priced at 198,000 won. Similarly, while standing tickets for APINK’s 2016 concert were 99,000 won, VIP seats for their February show, “The Origin: APINK,” have reached 187,000 won. Across the industry, prices have risen by approximately 100,000 to 150,000 won compared to a decade ago. The sharp rise is
Jan 26, 20262:13 AM
NCT’s Jeno, Jaemin to sing duo
Jeno and Jaemin of NCT will put out a subunit mini album on Feb. 23, label SM Entertainment announced Monday. The album “Both Sides” will have six tracks, including the title track. The two are members of the NCT Dream subunit and are starring in the short-form drama series “Wind Up,” which began airing in January. Set in a high school, Jeno plays a pitcher in a slump, and Jaemin is a new kid who asks to be his manager. The drama has garnered over 5 million views. Over the weekend, the pair took
Jan 26, 20262:08 AM
BTS’ Jungkook, Jimin add streaming records
The first solo single from Jungkook of BTS became the most-streamed song from 2023 on Spotify. “Seven (feat. Latto)” dethroned Miley Cyrus’ “Flowers,” surpassing 2.76 billion plays on the platform as of Sunday. The single ranks No. 69 on Spotify by accumulated streams. Jungkook has earned a series of Guinness World Records with the song, including hitting 100 million and 1 billion Spotify streams in the shortest time in the chart's history. Jimin logged 6.5 billion streams of his solo releases,
Jan 26, 202611:32 AM
Cha Eun Woo Personally Addresses Recent Tax Evasion Allegations
Cha Eun Woo has personally spoken up about recent allegations. Previously on January 22, it was reported that Cha Eun Woo was investigated last year on suspicion of tax evasion by Investigation Bureau 4 of the Seoul Regional Tax Office and that the National Tax Service had notified him of an additional tax assessment exceeding… The post appeared first on .
Jan 26, 202611:28 AM
Watch: SMTR25 Trainees Get Their First Taste Of Variety With Help From Super Junior And TVXQ’s Changmin In “Reply High School”
Mnet has released the main teaser for “Reply High School,” its upcoming variety show featuring SM Entertainment’s male trainee team SMTR25! “Reply High School” is a time-slip growth variety show that follows 15 SMTR25 trainees as they step into a school setting in search of the answer to their debut. Divided into classes inspired by… The post appeared first on .
Jan 26, 20268:33 AM
“BOYS II PLANET” Spin-Off Group In Talks With Chuei Li Yu, Kang Woo Jin, And Jang Haneum + Agencies Briefly Comment
A spin-off group from Mnet’s “BOYS II PLANET” is currently under discussion! On January 26, JoyNews24 reported that discussions are underway to launch a spin-off group from “BOYS II PLANET,” with Chuei Li Yu, Kang Woo Jin, and Jang Haneum reportedly set to participate. However, details such as the final lineup, total number of members, and… The post appeared first on .
Jan 26, 20266:38 AM
Apink Announces Stops For 2026 Tour “The Origin : APINK” In Asia
Apink will be greeting fans across Asia! On January 26, Apink announced their 8th concert tour “The Origin : APINK” in Asia. After kick-starting their tour from February 21 to 22 in Seoul, Apink will visit Taipei, Macau, Singapore, and Kaohsiung. The poster further teases “And more,” promising more stops to come. Check out the… The post appeared first on .
Jan 26, 20264:48 AM
Koyote’s Shinji Announces Spring Marriage With Heartfelt Letter
Koyote member Shinji has officially announced her wedding plans with MoonOne! On January 26, Shinji took to her Instagram to personally announce her wedding date with MoonOne. Shinji first announced plans to marry MoonOne, a singer who is six years younger, in June of last year. Read her full letter below: Hello, this is Shinji.Is… The post appeared first on .
Jan 26, 20262:24 AM
Song Kang, Lee Jun Young, And Jang Gyuri Confirmed For New Music Drama
tvN’s upcoming drama “Four Hands” (literal title) has confirmed its main cast members! “Four Hands” is a piano term that refers to a technique where two people play a single piano together. The drama will depict the friendship, love, rivalry, and growth of youths who meet at an arts high school, following their journey from… The post appeared first on .
